AED’s strategic partnership with CFIB brings comprehensive business support to Canadian members

Benefits include a suite of business and legal support services to save members over $5,000 annually

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  Stephanie Bontorin
  
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  May 21, 2025
  

AED launched a new partnership with CFIB to benefit Canadian members.

Associated Equipment Distributors

Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) has created a strategic partnership with the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) to bring a comprehensive suite of business support services to AED’s Canadian members, beginning June 1, 2025. 

This collaboration is the latest in a series of value-driven service provider solutions AED delivers to support members’ success.

Benefits for AED Canadian members 

Through this new benefit, AED Canadian members will gain unlimited access to bilingual HR and compliance advisors, built-in legal assistance, and exclusive discounts on banking, payroll, and payment processing services, which could potentially save members over $5,000 each year. Members will also have access to a library of customizable HR and compliance tools, staff training through online courses and webinars, and exclusive discounts from national brands like Avis, Budget, and Park’N Fly.

“Our partnership with CFIB reflects AED’s ongoing investment in member-driven solutions,” said Brian P. McGuire, AED president and CEO. “CFIB’s expertise in business advocacy and support complements AED’s mission to provide the tools, knowledge, and connections that help our members succeed.”